London calling… to India

The British have long been seduced by India, from this month's
colourful cover star, Rajasthan, to Kerala's dreamy backwaters and the peaceful Buddhist region of
Ladakh. Our readers repeatedly rate the country highly at the
Readers' Travel Awards, and it seems the feeling is mutual.

Mayor of London Boris Johnson, who collected the award on the
capital's behalf, was warmly welcomed by residents, who mistook him
for the King of England. Speaking at the event, Johnson expressed
excitement and thanks at receiving the prestigious award: 'I want
to thank all the Condé Nast Traveller India readers for once again
choosing London as their favourite overseas city, which has the
youngest, most dynamic and creative population in whole of
Europe.'

Interestingly, Coorg came out as top 'Emerging Indian
Destination', with the likes of the recently opened Vivanta by Taj - Madikeri bringing travellers
to the Western Ghats.